Bonne Journee!
This is an inspired post.
So, 2020 is slowly winding down and my word what a year
it has been. If this year was made into a movie, it would definitely be a
blockbuster. (horror or fantasy, or both.)
But we’ve all made it this far, and there’s a whole lot
to be grateful for. So, having seen, and
been motivated by this Gratitude
list
article by shugarythoughts, (you
should definitely check it out). I
decided to give it a go here.
2020 has really seen us experience a paradigm shift like never
before. We are now living in a world of ‘new normals’, practically every facet
of our daily lives has experienced some form of change. For businesses, adapt
or die has never been more relevant. For everyday people, well, what can I say.
The Washington Post recently asked people to sum up 2020 in a phrase and this
particular phrase below really sums it all up.…
We’ve had to adapt to new ways of doing things, working
from home especially (this one I can totally get used to, Lagos traffic is not
for the faint hearted) has been a revelation! I remember when the idea of
working from home was floated at my place of work some time ago before the
pandemic, the hierarchy thought it was impracticable. But here we are, working
from home into the foreseeable future.
And what’s an extraordinary year without anti-vaxxers’
conspiracy theories, the occasional Donald Trump meltdown and an incredible
tiger woods comeback story. What a year folks, what a year!
So, what are the things I’m grateful for in 2020. Quite a
few things actually,
A lot of things that we’ve done this year have been in
spite of the curve balls that the events of the year has thrown our way. For this I’m grateful for God’s grace in our
lives. I’ve always believed that grace is such an underrated thing.
I’m grateful for the time I spent with my family. Truth
is, I can’t remember the last time we spent 4 plus months at a stretch together. So, it was
great to spend quality time with the family.
I’m grateful for the friendships that withstood and were
even strengthened during these trying times.
I’m grateful for the time and opportunity to learn things
about myself. 2020 has thought me that tiny hitches along the way shouldn’t be
reason enough to give up entirely on things (this is what happens when
perfectionist meets expert procrastinator). There were times during the lockdown
that I’d start a 1-month workout routine, miss one or two days for one reason
or the other and just scrap the entire thing. It is so important to strive for
progress, not perfection.
I’m grateful for the little wins too. This year has
thought me how important it is to celebrate the little wins, everything that you’ve
put in your time and effort to, and eventually bears fruit, is worth celebrating.
We can’t let anyone take that away from us.
Grateful for music, amongst all the uncertainties, music
was my one true companion really. Music is indeed the language of soul. One of
the hobbies I picked up this year is discovering new songs from soundtracks of movies;
I’ve found some gems through this medium. ( and thank you Shazam!). Also shout out to all the friends
that send you songs they think you’ll love!
Honorable mention is food. I’m grateful for good food.
And I look forward to having greater savory adventures when we get back some
semblance of normalcy. How long away that is, nobody can really tell.
I’m grateful for all the healthcare workers around the
world, that have put their body on the line, they’ve been at the forefront of
this pandemic, and some have paid the ultimate price. They are the real MVPs.
In the past few weeks, I’ve learnt a valuable lesson
about doing things ‘as e dey hot’, and not falling into my very comfortable procrastinator’s
nest. So, I’m going to use this tweet below to shake some tables. (this one’s
for my ‘new year resolutions’ gang)
So, I don’t exactly have twenty, and the points above have
been written in no particular order, but there’s my gratitude list!
So, what are you grateful for?
Let me know below!
Oh, and this is my mood for the rest of the year!
Wishing you my esteemed occasional readers a Merry Christmas
and a blissful new year in advance. Sugar, spice, and everything nice!😉
